Tuesday, August 4, 2009

On a Personal Note

Last night my dear Mom passed away. You may remember her breaking a hip in May and recovering enough to attend my daughter's wedding, have a party with many of her closest friends and look forward to a move to San Diego. She had a great time these last few months at what she loved best, being social. She counted many many of her neighbors as close friends and was thought of kindly by all.

She loved to come read this blog when she was well and looked forward to it again. But her body was no longer willing and she passed peacefully and quickly knowing that she was loved and cared about by many.

42 comments:

picturing a small toyota wagon attached to your mom's chimney! and sitting in her screen house when we were oh so much younger...she faced a lot of challenges in her life and handled them with grace & courage. hoping her next life phase is more tranquil.

I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. But, it is wonderful that she was able to have such happy times right up to the end - both for her sake and for you guys because of the great memories you will have.

Marcia, I lost my Momma three years ago and I miss her so deeply. She lived with me for the last year of her life and I will always cherish those times. I know you will miss her dear soul so many times but our memories are what keep us near. Dreams of something she did are the best comfort of all during this time...I wish you many happy dreams of her lovely spirit. blessings, dear one, you are in my prayers,Sharon

I'm so glad you had these last months with her- it's hard to ask for better than that; a healthy active life, and a peaceful exit, after a lovely time of togetherness with loved ones. I'm happy for you that you have such lovely memories of her last months, but know that there is heartache too.

Marcia, though I am a follower and we don't know each other, I was so sorry to read this post. I am remembering the picture of your mom in the lovely dress she picked to wear to the wedding. I am glad that her passing was peaceful for her.Carol

Hannah and I are so sorry for your loss and we are holding you in our thoughts. I agree with what has been said already that it is truly wonderful that you had such good times with your mother to remember.

I am so sorry for your loss. Words can not express the pain we feel when someone close by passes on. Even when the life they lived has been good and long. I wish you all the strength you'll need for the coming time.

Dear Marcia,Please accept my deepest condolences on the death of your beloved mother. I too will remember the lovely portrait of her in the beautiful dress for the wedding. No matter how good the memories are, a death is devastating. Be good and kind to yourself.

Marcia Dearest --My heart goes out to you and your family on the loss of your mom. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know I'm there for you in any way you require. I know she'll be with you always --Lisa

Marcia, I was stunned to read this news - I keep thinking of the great photo of your mother in her dress for Lucia's wedding, just a month ago. Yet as we all agree, what a wonderful spirit and comforting way for her to go, unexpectedly, quietly, and after a beautiful family gathering! Thoughts and prayers for you and your family! Ellen in KY

Marcia, I'm so sorry to hear you Mom has passes away. But you go to spend time with her & she so looked so lovely in that dress. My Father has been gone many many years, but I still "hear" him speaking to me. dot

Marcia, I am so, so sorry to hear about your mother! I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts this week. I hope your memories of her will sustain you through this. I lost my mom last summer, and I miss her terribly, but I do have the memories of the last week I spent with her when she got to meet my son, who was five months old at the time. I am glad your mom got to go to your daughter's wedding. Take care of yourself!

This hit me hard as ever since I can remember first sitting in the back of your classes as a little girl, you have entertained me with your stories of you Mom. I can only imagine how you must feel right now, but as always, you are handling this with the grace and style you bring to everything. My condolences and my support.

Not knowing someone does not lessen the heart hurting when you read of your dear mom. Know many of us are feeling it and offer words to soothe your loss. Your memories shared are showing the love and care you both gave one another. What a lovely view for us to share.Becki